Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Genesis 16:12

Genesis begins the story of God and God’s people. Throughout history, God’s people have read it to remind themselves of their place in that story. Let Prof. N.T. Wright guide you on this tour of Genesis, opening up new ways to think about this book. Over seven days, discover God’s singular purpose carried from Creation to New Creation, and how Genesis sets the stage for the grand biblical narrative.

What does it mean to be free? In this Plan, we will explore the meaning of true freedom in Christ. “For the one who was a slave when called to faith in the Lord is the Lord’s freed person; similarly, the one who was free when called is Christ’s slave” (1 Corinthians 7:22, NIV).

Some persons from the Bible are very well known. Others are mentioned only a few times. Hagar is one such little known person. Yet we can learn valuable lessons from her life story!

It’s easy to feel unseen as a mom—when no one appreciates the countless dinners, playdates, and appointments we’ve made happen while trying to keep every living being in the house fed, clothed, and somewhat in their right minds. If that’s you, too, the story of Hagar can change your life, helping you experience God’s transformative love in five straightforward steps.

There is only one way to God, and it's through Jesus; but in Jesus, there are many ways to connect with God. One way you can connect with God is through conversation. Conversation is when you desire to know what is on God’s heart and mind. Inquiring of God brings you into His Presence! Through this 7-Day devotional, our goal is that you would walk away understanding the heart of conversation with God and be equipped to connect with Him!

Knowing the names of God brings us closer and to a deeper relationship with Him. Throughout the scriptures, we see either God reveal himself, or the people call out to a particular characteristic attributed to His Name. Over the next few days, as we contemplate the resurrection, let us dive deeper into the personhood of God. In this plan, we will go over a few of the Names of God.

Discover the stories of men and women in the Bible who found strength in God during their hardest moments. Through their faith and perseverance, you’ll be reminded that God can turn even the greatest pain into purpose. These stories will encourage you to lean on him for strength, no matter what you're facing.

Let’s face it - life can be confusing! Wouldn’t it be nice to know where to find a spark of hope – a ray of light? Thankfully, God has a plan so that what we journey through can be illuminated by the radiance of His glory. Explore that plan with us in this devotional through the first two chapters of Hebrews.

No matter where you are, God sees you, He knows you by name, and He cares about every detail of your life. Let these Our Daily Bread devotions, written by women like you, wash over your soul and remind you each day that you are never alone.

Explore key lessons from Abraham’s journey of faith—his obedience, trust, and patience in following God. This plan will encourage you to grow in your own walk with God as you see His faithfulness through every season of Abraham’s life.

Tearfund seeks to transform the lives of those living in poverty. We cannot do this without challenging racial injustice. These reflections speak to people who've been oppressed because of their race or ethnicity. If you've ever felt like you're on a never-ending search for your place in the world, we hope that these words will be a reminder that you are created in the image of God and are loved.

In this 11-day plan, you will study Genesis 15-26, focusing on God’s faithfulness to sinful families that He works through for His glory. It includes a devotional passage for each day as well as reflection questions to apply this book of the Bible to your life. Whether you’re just curious about the Bible, a new believer, or a long-time follower of Jesus, God will speak to you through it.

How do we respond when God promises to do something in our lives that naturally seems impossible? Do we respond by making “back-up” plans in case God doesn’t come through? Do we believe for a certain time and then give up hope because it didn’t happen within our timeframe? In this plan we look at the life and faith of Abraham.

Did you know there are over 30 different names for God in the Bible? Every name means something and reveals something to us about who God is. In this Bible Reading Plan, we'll dive into the meaning and context behind 15 of the names of God and discover how they impact our relationship with him.

Human relationships are almost always messy because people are involved, but God isn’t people. God is God. He is completely, TOTALLY different. If our relationship to/with Him is ever messy, it's only because we made it that way. We invite you to put aside any assumptions you've made about God and let Him speak for Himself. We think you’ll find that He is much easier to trust than people.

This is a 21 day extract of the NIV Once-A-Day Bible which organizes the New International Version Bible, the world’s most popular modern-English Bible, into 365 daily readings. This Bible includes a daily Scripture reading from both the Old and New Testaments, plus a Psalm or a Proverb, followed by a short devotional thought written by the staff at the trusted ministry Walk Thru the Bible.

The NIV Once-A-Day Bible for Women encourages a relationship with God through daily Bible reading. With Scripture text from the New International Version, this 21 day extract from the 365 daily readings, making it easy to read at your own pace. Each day includes a portion of Scripture from the Old Testament, the New Testament, and a Psalm or a Proverb, followed by a short devotional thought specifically written for women.

This 21 day extract of the NIV Once-A-Day Bible for Leaders which organizes the New International Version Bible—the world’s most popular modern-English Bible—into 365 daily readings, gives you a biblical foundation for developing and refining your leadership skills. Included is a daily Scripture reading from both the Old and New Testaments, plus a Psalm or a Proverb, followed by a short devotional focused on leadership.

This 21 day extract from the 365 daily readings of the NIV Once-A-Day Bible for Teens includes a daily Scripture reading from both the Old and New Testaments, plus a portion from either Psalms or Proverbs, followed by a summary to help teens reflect and apply the Bible each day.

More than a name, Emmanuel is a declaration of heaven meeting Earth: God with us in despair, struggle, and brokenness. At Christmas, God came to redeem people in need of a Savior and light the darkness with His love. As we remember and celebrate His coming, HOPE International—a global nonprofit accelerating the end of poverty—explores how Jesus’ followers can bring His holy, healing presence into a broken world.

This twelve-part plan can be read alone, with a group, or with your family! Each month, you will dive into a new part of the unified story that leads to Jesus discovering the heart of God for the whole world. Let's dive into Part two of twelve!

Eve and Mary may be the most well-known in Scripture, but the Bible is chock-full of women with rich character, bold faith, and powerful testimonies. Join us as we briefly study 30 “Women of the Bible” and learn about the ways God used them, sustained them, emboldened them, and provided for them. Women have been a part of God’s plan from the Garden of Eden until the present day. We pray your faith is encouraged and strengthened by spending some time getting to know these women’s accounts.

‘Ramadan: Prayer Guide’ was designed to inspire individuals, small groups, and families to join in intercessory prayer for the salvation of the Muslim World during the unique fasting month of Ramadan. This 30-day plan incorporates testimonials, insights into Islamic worldview, and biblical backdrop to help participants engage in informed prayer. Choose this plan to discover how these insights can advance the Kingdom of God during Ramadan.

This twelve-part plan traces the thread of God's story with a high-level overview of the whole Bible; it can be read alone, with a group, or with your family! Each month, you will dive into a new part of the unified story that leads to Jesus. This month, we'll read Genesis 12–Exodus 12. Let's dive into part two!

Daily Bible Reading helps you build consistent interaction with Scripture. Background, key verses for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, and prayers prompted by today’s passage all help you connect with God and others. Journey with us this month and explore the theme “God’s Guiding Word: Promise.”